Tigger's Green Paw
Radish

Animal Safety: Dogs: Yes Cats: Yes Rabbits: Yes

Free Grazing: In moderation
Lifespan: Biennial

Sew: Mid February to September
Harvest: April to December

About:
Radishes are members of the mustard family. The root is related to kale, broccoli, cauliflower and horseradish.
Archaeological evidence suggests radishes were one of the first crops, alongside wheat, fava beans and peas.
The eastern Mediterranean region, China, and middle Asia are considered to be the origin of radish.

Radishes prefer a sunny spot with well drained loose soil.
When they reach about 1 inch diameter they are ready to harvest.
Leaving radishes to grow too long will result in being fiberous and a very strong taste.

There are over 100 varieties of radish, which vary in size and colour.

Dogs:
Dogs can eat radishes as they are high in fibre, calcium and some vitamins.
They also contain vitamin C, which is an important antioxidant.
Over eating radishes can cause gastrointestinal upset, vomiting, and diarrhoea.

Cats:
It would not harm a cat if they ate a small amount of radish. Although you should always be aware of potential choking or stomach discomfort. As cats are obligate carnivores, they require a high protein diet and radishes don’t really fit in with their nutritional needs.

Rabbits:
Rabbits can eat radishes.
As with all food given to rabbits, it must be raw and fed in moderation.